Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 to 7, excellent cold tolerance, goes dormant in extreme heat.
About This Grass
Fine to medium texture turf, upright form, vibrant medium-to-dark green color.
Blade Characteristics
V-shaped with prominent boat-shaped tips and parallel veins, folded vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forms dense turf carpets
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun preferred, moderate to high water needs, fair drought dormancy.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.0 to 3.0 inches regularly; moderate to high maintenance level.
Identified on 9/29/2026